24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Schaumburg, Illinois
Dr. Laura Kozlowski
Medical Director
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
Pre-VEG, Dr. Kozlowski practiced urgent care in Chicago. She worked in multiple New York VEG hospitals before opening VEG in Lincoln Park. She now brings her expertise to Oak Brook, where her fave aspects of the ER are the unpredictability, fast pace, and helping owners through scary moments with their pets. Owns two Great Pyrenees mixes and 2 cats, and says that if vacuuming were an Olympic sport, she’d have a gold medal thanks to her dogs!
VEG veterinary emergency hospital in Schaumburg, IL is open 24 hours, 7 days a week to provide the highest quality of vet ER care for pets of all kinds – cats, dogs, birds, and exotics! Within minutes of Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Roselle, and Rolling Meadows, VEG animal hospital is conveniently located on E Higgins Rd.
Do I need an appointment at VEG?
Nope! No appointments are needed or taken at VEG; our vet hospital is open 24 hours, just walk in anytime and we’ll give you and your pet immediate attention. A VEG ER veterinarian will triage your pet right away and prioritize their medical needs.
How do I know if my pet is having an emergency?
You can call us 24/7 if you're unsure if you should bring your pet in. You can also come in anytime. Our vet team provides compassionate and reliable urgent care, from treating your puppy for a limp after a fun day at Oak Hollow Park to performing endoscopy for a blocked cat to a reptile whose scales lost color. Our 24-hour veterinary ER staff is prepped to handle any pet emergency in Cook County and the entire suburban Chicago area. Vet services include: first aid for pets, surgery, ultrasounds, x-rays, and more.
What can I expect at VEG Schaumburg animal hospital?
Within our open concept hospital, your pet will receive immediate attention. You can stay by your pet’s side the entire visit, even if hospitalization is required. And our vet staff will collaborate with your family vet to ensure a seamless experience.
Where do I park for VEG emergency vet help?
Parking is convenient, with a large parking lot outside the door of our vet clinic. Need help bringing your pet inside? Call us and one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door.
Why Choose VEG ER for Pets
customer-focused veterinary emergency care
call us 24/7
Pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a veterinarian 24 hours a day to get your medical questions answered.
see a vet now
No appointment needed, walk in 24/7 – VEG is always open. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.
stay together
No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.
stress less
At VEG, we make a scary situation less stressful. We sit on the floor with your pet, or wherever they’re most comfortable.
Emergency Care
Exotic Pet Care
Pet Urgent Care
End-of-life Care
Vet Surgery
Endoscopy
Pet Ultrasound
and X-rays
Diagnostics
and Testing
Treatment and
Hospitalizations
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Emergency vet care, always open and ready
Learn more about VEG's 24/7 emergency vet care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the services at VEG ER for Pets
IS VEG OPEN 24 HOURS?
Yes, all VEG locations are open all the time – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – even on holidays and weekends to care for pet emergencies.
DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT?
At VEG, we don’t take appointments, because we deal with emergencies. When the unexpected happens, call us or walk in to your nearest VEG location 24/7 for immediate care.
HOW DO I KNOW IF IT’S AN EMERGENCY?
Never self-diagnose your pet. Sometimes you just can’t tell if your pet is having a true emergency. But VEG can. Call your local VEG anytime and a veterinarian will answer your medical questions and determine if you should come in.
CAN I GO TO VEG FOR URGENT CARE?
Yes, VEG offers Pet Urgent Care for injuries and illnesses such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, limping, wounds, ear infections, eye problems, and constipation! Visit your local VEG and we’ll triage urgent care for your pet immediately. Learn more about the medical services we offer.
WHERE CAN I TAKE MY PET BIRD OR EXOTIC PET IN AN EMERGENCY?
VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.
DO I HAVE TO CALL BEFORE COMING IN?
Though you can just walk into any of our 24 hour hospitals, we recommend calling first so we’re familiar with the situation when you come in.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT VEG?
When you take your pet to VEG, you’ll be seen by a veterinarian right away, even before filling out paperwork. We’ll even meet you at your car if you need help bringing in your pet. No waiting in the lobby; you stay with your pet the entire time, even if surgery is involved. And yes, we’re pet lovers, but we’re people-friendly too! We’ll openly discuss diagnosis and treatment options. And we always make sure the pet patient and pet parent are as comfortable as possible.
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